Americas advance on healthy aging, but gaps remain as 2030 approaches in Ashtip

More than 185 million people live with mental health conditions in the Americas. Addressing the challenge requires action beyond the health sector.Washington, D.C., 6 October 2026 (PAHO) – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and the Organization of American States (OAS) are marking Inter-American Mental Health Week 2026 (October 5–9) with… 10/06/2026

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Washington, D.C., 6 October 2026 (PAHO) – Countries in the Americas have made progress in policies, health services and monitoring to support healthy aging, but gaps in financing, implementation and long-term care remain, according to regional findings from the 2026 midterm review of the United Nations Decade of Healthy Aging (2021–2030).The… 10/06/2026

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From sauerkraut to kimchi, these foods can help keep your gut healthy 10/06/2026

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Anything that raises your heart rate or causes dehydration can worsen obstruction, leading to symptoms 10/05/2026

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Fainting or nearly fainting with exertion are red flags worth taking seriously — but sometimes family history is the only clue 10/05/2026

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Health authorities approved new regional strategies to strengthen preparedness for health emergencies, tackle antimicrobial resistance, curb dengue and other arboviral diseases, and improve food safety, while advancing access to vaccines, medicines and other essential health technologies across the Americas.Washington, D.C., 2 October 2026 (PAHO… 10/02/2026

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The Organization will support improvements in health technologies and critical infrastructure, while providing technical cooperation to support Grenada's efforts to review and modernize key public health laws.Washington, D.C., 1 October 2026 (PAHO) – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and the Government of Grenada have signed new… 10/02/2026

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The six-year strategy will support stronger primary health care, disease prevention and more resilient and sustainable health systems.Washington, D.C., 1 October 2026 (PAHO) – The Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) and the Government of Curaçao today signed the first Country Cooperation Strategy (CCS) for Curaçao… 10/02/2026

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While the ADHD medications are similar, some differences may make one more effective for you than the other 10/01/2026

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Heat-related illness at mass gatherings, such as major sporting, religious and cultural events, has become a significant public health and operational risk, affecting spectators, attendees, volunteers and workers. The World Health Organization (WHO) has today published a new review of evidence with guidance showing that most of the heat-related illnesses at major events can be prevented or treated on site when timely risk management measures are put in place. 09/30/2026

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Anxiety disorders, health conditions and past trauma can make driving nerve-wracking — help is available 09/30/2026

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Cholera deaths increased by 30% in 2025, despite fewer cases being reported to the World Health Organization (WHO). 09/29/2026

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Political leaders meeting at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) renewed their commitment to making the world safer from future pandemics, stressing the need for sustained and more equitable investment and action on pandemic prevention, preparedness and response (PPPR). 09/25/2026

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The World Health Organization (WHO) today announced its recommendations for the viral composition of influenza (or ‘flu’) vaccines for use in the 2027 southern hemisphere influenza season. The announcement was made following an international consultation on the composition of influenza virus vaccines. 09/25/2026

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The World Health Organization (WHO) today announced a major expansion of its prequalification programme to include a wider range of life-saving medical devices such as contraceptives and innovative tuberculosis (TB) screening technologies. This broadens the range of quality-assured, safe and effective products covered by the programme, which already includes in vitro diagnostics (medical tests) and male circumcision devices. 09/25/2026

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